zoec7

Boronia's a bit of a hit or miss, housing prices are increasing slowly to reflect it. The train station in well built in a convenient location but train timetables are a tad sparse due to it's location.

The bike trails around the station (rail trail) connecting to the eastlink trail are really nice for jogging and cycling and is well maintained. My only gripe is the shattered glass bottles and that people constantly leave all over the trail. It is both a hazard to cyclists and pedestrians and is particularly concerning as the trail runs through and connects many of the parks and playgrounds where kids and families play and walk their dogs.

During the day it's okay and around most public areas at night there are protective services officers are visible evidence of police patrol. There is a general sense of community in many of the residential areas, especially around local milkbars and schools.

However, I try and avoid staying out and about at night. I don't feel safe at these times especially around the bus stops outside of police patrol area. On one of the rare occasions I've gotten home late I have been stopped by strangers and threatened for money. Public toilets still have to be locked to prevent "anti social behavior."

Overall, boronia is a nice place to live and it's getting better with the areas around train stations and parks being developed further, but there are a couple of people who ruin the area for the community.